“We were saddened to hear of the passing of Judge Juan R. Torruella today. Judge Torruella had a long and impressive career on the First Circuit Court of Appeals. A Reagan appointee, he was a strong advocate for the rights of Puerto Ricans and spent his career advocating for their equal rights as U.S. citizens. His insight and passion for the law will be missed."
Source: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Attorneys
